2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A6 Grand Prix
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 200 HP
Torque 230 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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